拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

The stands with scattered nicks, surface marks, scuffs and scratches, as to be expected. Several of the studs lacking to the stand and wheels, and with lifting and losses to the metal fitments. Some of the hardware now lacking, and some possibly replaced; including to one of the stands with lifting to metal support as a result of lost hardware. The bronze canons with typical light rubbing, some tarnish and oxidation, and areas of verdigris. With a slight build up of polish residue in areas. With light surface wear including scuffs and scratches, consistent with age.